Is Little Neck, Queens Safe in 2026?
Based on 575 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 0 shooting incidents, and 766 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, Little Neck has the lowest crime rate per resident of the 27 Queens neighborhoods we track, with stable incident levels year-over-year.
Little Neck is considered exceptionally safe, with the lowest crime rate per resident of the 27 Queens neighborhoods we track. Incident levels are stable with 575 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
Data covers June 2025 – June 2026 (12 months) · Source: NYPD Complaint, Shooting & Arrest Data and NYC 311 via NYC Open Data · Updated September 14, 2026
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Total Crime Incidents
575
Past 12 months · 22.8 per 1,000 residents
Shooting Incidents
0
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
21
Murder, rape, robbery, felony assault
Year-over-Year Trend
↔ 3.2%
No significant change
* Borough rate: the borough's count per resident across the neighborhoods we track, applied to this neighborhood's 25,262 residents (2020 Census).
Crime Breakdown
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| harrassment 2 | 121 | 21.0% |
| grand larceny | 84 | 14.6% |
| petit larceny | 71 | 12.3% |
| burglary | 59 | 10.3% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 49 | 8.5% |
| vehicle and traffic laws | 38 | 6.6% |
| grand larceny of motor vehicle | 33 | 5.7% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 25 | 4.3% |
Severity Distribution
Where Crimes Occur
Quality of Life Indicators
311 complaints reveal patterns about daily quality of life that crime statistics alone do not capture. These are resident-reported issues from the past 12 months. Rates use the 2020 Census population (25,262 residents). Labels compare each rate with the other NYC neighborhoods we track: Low is the bottom quarter, Moderate the middle half, High the next 15%, and Very High the top 10%.
Noise Complaints
416
16.5 per 1,000 residents
Low
Rodent Reports
15
0.6 per 1,000 residents
Low
Sanitation Issues
113
4.5 per 1,000 residents
Low
Heat/Hot Water
222
8.8 per 1,000 residents
Low
Arrest Activity
Arrest data reflects law enforcement activity in the area. High arrest counts relative to crime can indicate active policing; low counts may reflect under-enforcement or lower crime.
Total Arrests
97
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
38
39% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
59
61% of total
How Safe Is Little Neck Compared to Other Queens Neighborhoods?
Queens Neighborhood Safety Comparison
| Neighborhood | Crime Incidents | Per 1,000 Residents | Shootings | Verdict | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Neck (this page) | 575 | 22.8 | 0 | Exceptionally Safe | 100% |
| Middle Village | 1,001 | 29 | 1 | Much Safer Than Average | 96% |
| Glendale | 1,077 | 30.7 | 0 | Exceptionally Safe | 92% |
| Bayside | 1,183 | 33.2 | 0 | Much Safer Than Average | 88% |
| Woodside | 1,796 | 33.8 | 0 | Much Safer Than Average | 85% |
| Kew Gardens | 846 | 34.7 | 1 | Much Safer Than Average | 81% |
| Whitestone | 1,028 | 36.2 | 1 | Much Safer Than Average | 77% |
| Corona | 2,829 | 38.3 | 7 | Higher Than Average | 73% |
| Fresh Meadows | 907 | 38.7 | 0 | Safer Than Average | 69% |
| Briarwood | 1,522 | 38.7 | 1 | Safer Than Average | 65% |
| Maspeth | 1,723 | 39.8 | 1 | Safer Than Average | 62% |
| Rego Park | 1,273 | 41.4 | 0 | Safer Than Average | 58% |
| Astoria | 5,032 | 41.5 | 2 | Average | 54% |
| Forest Hills | 3,760 | 42.3 | 1 | Average | 50% |
| Howard Beach | 1,164 | 42.6 | 0 | Average | 46% |
| Jamaica Estates | 1,005 | 42.6 | 0 | Higher Than Average | 42% |
| Ridgewood | 2,841 | 42.8 | 3 | Higher Than Average | 38% |
| Sunnyside | 2,316 | 44.3 | 0 | Higher Than Average | 35% |
| Ozone Park | 2,420 | 47.6 | 4 | Higher Than Average | 31% |
| College Point | 1,604 | 47.7 | 3 | Higher Than Average | 27% |
| Jackson Heights | 5,014 | 49.2 | 2 | Much Higher Than Average | 23% |
| Richmond Hill | 2,956 | 50.8 | 2 | Much Higher Than Average | 19% |
| Elmhurst | 6,122 | 56.8 | 2 | Much Higher Than Average | 15% |
| Rockaway Beach | 2,669 | 64.5 | 9 | Much Higher Than Average | 12% |
| Flushing | 4,537 | 64.9 | 1 | High Activity Area | 8% |
| Long Island City | 2,587 | 80.3 | 0 | High Activity Area | 4% |
| Jamaica | 12,034 | 114.2 | 13 | High Activity Area | 0% |
Understanding This Data
All crime statistics on this page come from NYPD Complaint Data, Shooting Incident Data and Arrest Data published on NYC Open Data, refreshed periodically. Incidents are mapped to neighborhood boundaries using the NYC Department of City Planning Neighborhood Tabulation Areas (NTAs) — the same geographic units used in official census reporting. Each safety score reflects the cumulative activity within the NTA boundaries assigned to Little Neck.
NTA boundaries are drawn to maintain population comparability across census tracts, which means they may not perfectly align with what residents consider their "neighborhood." In some cases, a single NTA spans areas with different character. The percentile ranking compares Little Neck's reported crimes per resident (its NTAs' 2020 Census population, 25,262) only against the other neighborhoods we track in Queens, so it is borough-relative rather than city-wide. Crimes are counted where they were reported, so commercial and nightlife districts with few residents rank high. The borough averages on this page apply the borough's crimes per resident to Little Neck's population.
Safety conditions vary significantly block by block. Neighborhood-level statistics provide important context but should not substitute for address-level research. Use DwellCheck to analyze a specific address and understand the precise safety environment within walking distance of where you plan to live.
Frequently Asked Questions about Little Neck Safety
Is Little Neck safe?
Little Neck is rated "Exceptionally Safe" — Top 10% safest in the borough. Over the past 12 months, 575 crime incidents were recorded, including 0 shooting incidents. Little Neck is considered exceptionally safe, with the lowest crime rate per resident of the 27 Queens neighborhoods we track. Incident levels are stable with 575 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
What are the most common crimes in Little Neck?
The most common crimes in Little Neck are: 1. HARRASSMENT 2 (121 incidents, 21% of total); 2. GRAND LARCENY (84 incidents, 14.6% of total); 3. PETIT LARCENY (71 incidents, 12.3% of total).
Is Little Neck safer than the Queens average?
Little Neck has the lowest crime rate per resident of the 27 Queens neighborhoods we track. It had 55% fewer incidents than the borough average (575 vs. a borough average of 1,270 for a neighborhood of the same population, 25,262 residents in the 2020 Census). That is 22.8 reported crimes per 1,000 residents.
How has crime changed in Little Neck?
Crime in Little Neck has remained stable year-over-year (594 vs 575 incidents). The trend is classified as "stable."
What do 311 complaints say about Little Neck?
Over the past 12 months, 311 recorded 416 noise complaints (low per resident), 15 rodent complaints (low) and 113 sanitation complaints (low). Each label compares the rate per resident (2020 Census) with the other NYC neighborhoods we track. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.
Is Little Neck safe at night?
Night safety in Little Neck varies by block. About 32.3% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. Little Neck recorded 0 shooting incidents in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is Little Neck safe for families?
For families considering Little Neck: the neighborhood recorded 416 noise complaints (low per resident among the NYC neighborhoods we track) and 15 rodent reports. It has the lowest crime rate per resident of the 27 Queens neighborhoods we track. Family-friendliness also depends on schools, parks, and building quality — use DwellCheck to evaluate a specific address.
What is the safest neighborhood in Queens?
Safety varies across Queens neighborhoods. Little Neck has the lowest crime rate per resident of the 27 Queens neighborhoods we track, with 575 incidents. Compare all Queens neighborhoods in the comparison table above to see each one's crimes per 1,000 residents, shootings, and borough percentile. Crime data is NYPD Complaint Data via NYC Open Data.
Can you walk around Little Neck at night?
Little Neck is classified as "Exceptionally Safe" by NYPD complaint data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 0 shooting incidents and 575 total crime incidents — 55% fewer incidents than the borough average. Walking at night carries the same risk profile as anywhere in NYC: stay on commercial corridors with foot traffic, avoid empty side streets after midnight, and prefer subway lines that run 24/7.
Is Little Neck dangerous?
By NYPD data, Little Neck is rated "Exceptionally Safe", with the lowest crime rate per resident of the 27 Queens neighborhoods we track. 575 crime incidents over 12 months, remained stable year-over-year (594 vs 575 incidents). Block-level risk varies; check our address-level safety score for any specific street or building, which counts NYPD complaints within a 300-meter radius.
What parts of Little Neck should I avoid?
NYPD complaint records carry approximate incident coordinates, but a neighborhood total can't tell you which blocks drive it, so we don't publish an "avoid this street" list. For a specific block, use DwellCheck's address-level safety score, which counts NYPD complaint records within a 300m radius of a specific building. As a general rule across all NYC neighborhoods: industrial blocks with no foot traffic are higher-risk than residential blocks; subway-station-adjacent commercial corridors are lowest-risk.
Is Little Neck a good place to live?
Little Neck is considered exceptionally safe, with the lowest crime rate per resident of the 27 Queens neighborhoods we track. Incident levels are stable with 575 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months. Whether it's a good fit depends on what you weight: families, solo renters, and remote workers prioritize different factors (noise, transit access, parks, building quality). Use DwellCheck's full livability page for Little Neck to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
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